Erika has always been drawn to bold colors, prints, and a quirky vintage aesthetic. The colorful walls, patterns, textures, and elements in her home reflect the whimsical facets of her personality.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Dec 7, 2020

All the ‘Friends’ Christmas Episodes, Ranked from Worst to Best

Which "Friends" holiday season episode reigns supreme?

Maggie Fremont

Dec 6, 2020

A Modern So-Cal Style California House Is Adorably Dressed for the Holidays

For the holidays, Beth Sayler wanted her decor to add to their neutral, beachy color scheme, so she carefully selected items that matched the neutral colors and materials that felt natural to the beach vibe.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Dec 6, 2020

This Is the Cheap, Easy Gift Your Friends and Family Probably Don’t Already Have

Buy this for the people on your list and you're really gifting a good night's sleep.

Danielle Blundell

Dec 3, 2020

7 Ways to Upgrade Your House’s Outdoor Holiday Decor, According to Pros

It’s the ideal time to step up your house’s holiday curb appeal!

Megan O'Brien

Dec 3, 2020

Amazon Just Revealed Their Cyber Weekend Best Sellers—These Are Our 15 Favorites

The best part? Many of them are still on sale.

Sarah M. Vazquez

Dec 2, 2020

This $20 Trader Joe's Advent Calendar Is Just What Your Bathroom Needs

It's sure to sell out.

Ella Cerón

Dec 1, 2020

Trader Joe’s Is Selling Grinch Trees That Are Meant To Be Kept All Year Round

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Trader Joe’s has brought back its perfectly imperfect “Grump Trees” for the holiday season, and these Grinchy-looking things are meant to be kept and admired for years to come—they can even grow impressively tall if planted outdoors in the right location.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 30, 2020

Wayfair Named This Metallic Shade the Christmas Tree Color of the Year

And it wasn't what I expected!

Sarah Lyon

Nov 30, 2020

The Surprising History of Upside-Down Christmas Trees

The festive decorations have been around for centuries.

Ashley Abramson

Nov 30, 2020

This Sparkling Carriage Will Make Your House Feel Like Disneyland This Holiday Season

'Tis the season for some magical holiday decor.

Jessica Wang

Nov 29, 2020

Don’t Worry, You’re Not the Only One With a Clutter Room In Your Home

According to a new poll, the top stressor among Americans during the holidays is cleaning their home.

Jessica Wang

Nov 29, 2020

Nikon Just Launched Free Photography Classes Online For the Holidays

'Tis the season for some on point holiday portraits.

Jessica Wang

Nov 28, 2020

I Have a Huge Family—Here’s How We Do Holiday Presents Without Going Broke

Secret Santa isn't only for office parties.

Ella Cerón

Nov 27, 2020

5 Easy Ways to Shop Holiday Sales Like a Financial Expert

Participating in Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales may appear to be a productive solution when money is tight, but jumping on every deal that comes your way can get out of hand quickly.

Andie Kanaras

Nov 27, 2020

How 13 People Are Staying Connected to Loved Ones This Holiday Season

We asked, readers answered.

De Elizabeth

Nov 19, 2020

You're 4 Steps Away from Decorating Your Home Like a Classic Holiday Movie

There's no place like home for the holidays!

Kelsey Mulvey

Nov 25, 2020

I'm an Indigenous Woman—Thanksgiving Is a Reminder That My People Are Still Here

"I am thankful for my ancestors, who gave me the power of resiliency through their trauma."

Daunnette Reyome

Nov 25, 2020

Two-Second Life Tip: Save Your Friends’ Addresses from Their Holiday Cards as Soon as You Get Them

Every once in a while, you realize you can do one small thing that will make you feel really on top of it.

Shifrah Combiths

Nov 25, 2020

60 Holiday Hacks, Shortcuts, and Time-Savers You'll Be Amazed You Lived Without

If there's ever a year for making things easier, it's 2020.

Kelly Dawson

Nov 24, 2020

This Is the Year to Start the Holiday Traditions You Always Wanted

Nothing about 2020 is normal—it's OK if your holidays aren't, either.

Kara Nesvig

Nov 19, 2020

You Don’t Have to Be an Editor or Influencer to Enjoy This Year-End Ritual

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It will help you reassess your priorities for the new year.

Taryn Williford

Nov 23, 2020

This Is the Most Popular Time To Put Up Holiday Decorations

'Tis the season!

Jessica Wang

Nov 22, 2020

Partner

One Kitchen Decluttering Task You Might Put Off Too Late This Year

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If you prepare any amount of food for the holidays—whether it's one casserole or a whole spread—you still have to tackle one big hurdle.

Taryn Williford

Nov 22, 2020

Happy holiday streaming!

Jessica Wang

Nov 21, 2020

15 Retro Holiday Decorations from Your Grandparents’ House That Are Cool Again

Elf on the shelf but make it retro!

Marlen Komar

Nov 21, 2020

Follow Through on Your Plan to Made Homemade Gifts This Holiday Season

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These days, I find it really refreshing to create something with a paintbrush instead of with a keyboard.

Taryn Williford

Nov 21, 2020

Tiffany Brooks’ New Holiday Designs Are the Wintry Mix Your Home Needs Now

Check out her exclusive patterns for Shutterfly's home decor.

Danielle Blundell

Nov 20, 2020

How to Say No to Anything That Makes You Uncomfortable This Holiday Season

If you’re heading into this season knowing you and some (or all) of your loved ones have different perspectives on the pandemic, uncomfortable situations may arise.

Megan O'Brien

Nov 19, 2020

12 Ornaments That Perfectly Sum Up 2020

Make you smile style for your tree!

Alyssa Longobucco

Nov 19, 2020

One Thing You Can Clean to Make Your Relaxing Nights In More Enjoyable

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Even if there are fewer events to attend and fewer gifts to buy this holiday season, I know we could all get behind the idea of enjoying a relaxing night in.

Taryn Williford

Nov 19, 2020

This Company Will Send a Cutout of You To Your Family’s Holiday Dinner

This will definitely liven your family’s spirits.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 18, 2020

5 Thanksgiving Foods You Should Never Feed Your Pets

Yes, even turkey can pose a problem.

Sassafras Patterdale

Nov 18, 2020

Netflix’s "Mr. Christmas" Turned This Backyard Into a Holiday Light Show

Yes, he really is called Mr. Christmas.

Nicoletta Richardson

Nov 18, 2020

6 Ways to Create a Garland Mantel In Your Kitchen, No Fireplace Needed

Brooklyn Decker is a big fan.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 17, 2020

If You're Not Ready to Put Up Holiday Decor, Use These Zoom Backgrounds

The low-lift way to dress your space.

Mariah Thomas

Nov 17, 2020

Zoom Just Made It Easier (and More Affordable) To Celebrate Thanksgiving Online

The company announced it's waving the time limit on its group sessions.

Ella Cerón

Nov 16, 2020

3 Houseplants That Can Be Used as Christmas Tree Alternatives

NEWS

If you’re starved for space, you might want to consider a tree that’s more low-key but equally festive.

Inigo Del Castillo

Nov 16, 2020

6 Holiday Games, Activities, and Challenges You Can Totally Do Remotely

Okay, true, not all holiday activities are pandemic-possible this year. But if you’re looking for joyful and safe ways to eat, drink, and be merry through the end of December, we’ve got that covered.

Rachel Kashdan

Nov 16, 2020

Partner

The Un-Sexiest (But Most Satisfying) Thing You Can Clean Before Thanksgiving

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Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving, or Friendsgiving, or reserve the big holiday meals for later in the year, you can't deny that your kitchen gets a lot of use this time of year.

Taryn Williford

Nov 15, 2020

7 Ways Families Are Celebrating and Finding Comfort In Diwali This Year

The pandemic can’t dim the light, especially not on Diwali.

Rudri Bhatt Patel

Nov 12, 2020

It's The Perfect Time To Gift Friends An Almost-Free Friendship Plant

There's more to the meaning than meets the eye.

Ella Cerón

Nov 13, 2020

Partner

Finish This Simple Cleaning Routine Before You Put Up Holiday Decorations This Year

Holiday Cure

Everyone has an opinion on when it’s the right time to start decorating for holidays, but the only opinion that matters is your own. In a year that has truly tested your spirit, you deserve to break out the twinkle lights early, if that’s going to bring a spot of joy to your life at home.Spoiler alert: We’ll be putting up decorations this weekend. (It’s very choose-your-own adventure-style: do as much or as little early decorating as you’d like.

Taryn Williford

Nov 12, 2020

There’s One (Free) Thing at The Top of My Wish List This Year—And It’s a Gift I’m Giving Myself

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I am issuing a decree that every single person reading this needs to do something selfish this year.

Taryn Williford

Nov 11, 2020

If You’re Not Putting Your Wreath in this Spot, You’re Missing Out

Can you guess where?

Danielle Blundell

Nov 11, 2020

There’s One Year-End Kitchen Cleaning Task You Don’t Want to Put Off Past Today

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Even this year, when so many people have plans in flux, everyone I talked to wanted to get ahead of this one small task.

Taryn Williford

Nov 10, 2020

20 Small Acts of Kindness that Will Spread Love and Make Somebody’s Day

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As you improve the inside of your home for you and the people you share it with, you can take small steps to make things outside your home a tiny bit better, too.

Taryn Williford

Nov 9, 2020

You Can Adopt Elf Babies for Your Elf on the Shelf

Each one comes with a whole mini nursery setup.

Mia Nakaji Monnier

Nov 8, 2020

6 Pie Garlands to Sweeten Up Your Thanksgiving Decor

Move aside, Christmas garlands! Thanksgiving garlands are here.

Jessica Wang

Nov 8, 2020

Even the Grinch Would Love Chip & Jo’s Holiday Collection With Target

Chip and Joanna Gaines' Hearth & Hand holiday collection is here!

Jessica Wang

Nov 7, 2020

6 Ways to Make Holiday Gifting Easy, Affordable, and Punctual

Stress less, celebrate more.

De Elizabeth

Nov 6, 2020

The Best Understated Holiday Decor for the Less Enthusiastic Decorator

STYLE

Starting at $10!

Dominique Gebru

Nov 4, 2020

You Can Keep Your Christmas Tree Year-Round With These Potted Evergreens

Bloomscape has some elegant Christmas tree alternatives.

Jessica Wang

Nov 1, 2020

People Are Making Dog-O-Lanterns, And They’re Paw-fect For Halloween

Or should I say, Howl-o-ween?

Inigo Del Castillo

Oct 30, 2020

5 Reasons Your Home is the Best Spot for Your Engagement Photos

If you're up for something a little cozier, I happen to think that the best place to schedule your engagement portrait session is right at home. Here's why.

Taryn Williford

Oct 30, 2020

"Cottagegoth" Is Cottagecore for People Who Don't Want Spooky Season to End

Aka goblincore, as well as feralcore and gremlincore.

Ella Cerón

Oct 28, 2020

Here’s How You Can Virtually Attend Biltmore’s Christmas Tree Raising Ceremony

“This Christmas Eve marks the 125th anniversary of George Vanderbilt welcoming friends and family to Biltmore House for the very first time,” the Biltmore website reads.

Olivia Harvey

Oct 27, 2020

This Couple Held the Sweetest Wedding at the Bride's Best Friend’s Family Home

Even after a decade together, Michelle Race didn’t predict that her boyfriend, Shawn Warren, would propose—at least not when he did.

Rachel Kashdan

Oct 26, 2020

Google Made It Easier to Get the Best Deals on Holiday Gifts

For everyone on your list, and every budget you need to stick to.

Ella Cerón

Oct 22, 2020

5 Ways to Feel Connected to Long Distance Loved Ones This Holiday Season

Things are going to be a little different this year.